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Why RPM Matters in Swimming

In the sprinters’ world, RPM matters. When a swimmer goes from hip-driven to shoulder-driven, he basically changes the technique of using his hand (and arm) from an airplane wing and paddle to using it as a propeller.

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Mark Spitz

The fastest moustache to ever graze the pool, here are ten things you didn’t know about one of the greatest swimmers in history, Mark Spitz.

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5 Habits of Mentally Tough Swimmers

Internal fortitude. These words usually get tossed around when coaches discuss elite swimmers. Here are 5 habits of mentally tough swimmers.

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7 Things You Should Know About Alexander Popov

One of the all-time greats, Alex Popov of Russia dominated the sprint freestyle events in the 1990’s. Here are 7 things you might not have known about the Sprint Tsar.

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Gustavo Borges Swims 24 Second 50 LCM Free at Age of 44

Though all eyes were on the winning Brazilian team of Bruno Fratus, Joao Gomes, Henrique de Souza, and Henrique Rodrigues in…

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10 things you’ll find in a swimmer’s bag

If you’ve ever made the mistake of opening a swimmer’s backpack, chances are you were treated to a nice, sweet smell of chlorine twisted with a harsh blend of mildew, goldfish and moisturizer.

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The Tradition Continues: the 8th Annual Rowdy Gaines Masters Classic

The 8th Annual Rowdy Gaines Masters Classic, a unique short course meters competition, will be taking place from October 7th-9th, 2016.

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Orlando, Fla. to Host 2018 UANA Pan American Masters Championship

The swimming championship will be held at the YMCA Aquatic Center on International Drive

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The 5 Unwritten Rules of Open Lap Swimming

#3 – There is no shame in the slow lane.

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10 Signs You’re a Retired Swimmer

#10 When someone asks you if you miss competitive swimming, it’s never a straightforward ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answer.

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10 Things You Will Learn About Yourself from Swimming

Over the course of your career swimming will teach you a lot about life, and about yourself. Here are 10 such things you will learn via our favorite sport.

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12 Reasons Why Swim Parents Should Join Masters

12 reasons why it is beneficial for swim parents to dive in the pool and join a masters program.

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4 Reasons why 100 IM should be offered at all swim meets

The 100 IM is a race many swimmers would love to have!

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Greenville Splash Masters Awarded Colorado Time Systems Pace Clock

The Pace Clock Pro allows teams to utilize various timing components to measure critical moments such as start reaction times, relay exchanges, turn speed, and more.

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6 Tips to Keep You Chasing Your Swimming Goals When You Feel Like Giving Up

No matter where you stand on the ladder of swimming prowess, from age grouper to world record holder, there are days where we just aren’t feeling it. Here are 6 ways to get fired up again.

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